First Coast Technical College recently recognized students who successfully completed the phlebotomy program obtaining necessary skills for a job in the healthcare field.

FCTC’s focused curriculum gives graduates confidence in their ability to draw blood, a skill needed in most health related careers.

FCTC partners with Flagler Hospital and Putnam Community Medical Center for students to obtain the hands-on training while they attend class two nights a week (5 hours each evening), for five months.

Many FCTC phlebotomy students are currently in the medical field and looked to enhance their ability level. “Employers often require multiple proficiencies to provide expanded patient care,” said Veronica Coombs, Medical Technologist and FCTC phlebotomy instructor. “Phlebotomists work in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, patients’ homes and blood-donor agencies.”